2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2000 Audi A8
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Audi A8. (217 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A8.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi A8 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2000 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Audi |
| Model | 147 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
